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The Mystery

Ephesians 3:9KJV"And to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery..."

The Mystery is our calling for today. It is last body of truth that was revealed by the Apostle Paul after Acts 28:28. God had hidden this message as a sacred secret in himself only to reveal it when Israel finally rejected him and he put them on hold. The Mystery is contained in Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Titus, Philemon and 1 & 2 Timothy. Ephesians 3:1-9 KJV "1 For this cause I Paul, the prisoner of Jesus Christ for you Gentiles, 2 If ye have heard of the dispensation of the grace of God which is given me to youward: 3 How that by revelation he made known unto me the mystery; (as I wrote afore in few words, 4 Whereby, when ye read, ye may understand my knowledge in the mystery of Christ) 5 Which in other ages was not made known unto the sons of men, as it is now revealed unto his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit; 6 That the Gentiles should be fellowheirs, and of the same body, and partakers of his promise in Christ by the gospel: 7 Whereof I was made a minister, according to the gift of the grace of God given unto me by the effectual working of his power. 8 Unto me, who am less than the least of all saints, is this grace given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ; 9 And to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God, who created all things by Jesus Christ:"

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Simply stated, we believe the passage in Acts 28:28-31 is when the Apostle Paul declares to the Jewish leadership that the final opportunity for their acceptance of Jesus as Christ is over. From that point on the message for the plan of salvation is now authorized to be sent from the Gentiles, apart from Israel. Prior to this point in scripture, salvation was always either through or with the Jew. At this point the nation of Israel has been put on hold but will be still receive the promises and blessings made to them through Abraham in the future (when Elijah restores the revealed plan of God).

The English word "mystery" is a transliteration of the Greek word, musterion, (it is from mueo - to initiate or admit to secrets; and mustes was used of the person so initiated), which means sacred secret. It occurs in the Septuagint Version (280 B.C.) nine times as the equivalent for the Chaldee, raz in the Chaldee portion of "Daniel," which means to conceal ; hence something concealed that can be revealed, viz, in Daniel 2:18, 19, 27, 28, 29, 30, 47 and 4:9.

Your calling involves the ministry given to the Apostle Paul after the close of Acts. The first book Paul wrote after Acts was Ephesians. In that book, he addresses the Gentiles directly for the first time. This calling is classified in the Post Acts books.

To me, "Grace is the energizing force of God's love toward all who will receive it." Others have said it is "God's love in action." Webster's Dictionary defines grace, in its theological setting, as "the unmerited love and favor of God toward man," etc. Just pick the one you like best!

The fact is that every dispensation of God is an adjunct to Grace; for without Grace, whether it be The Revealed Plan or The Hidden Purpose, (see our papers, "My Gospel" and "The Mystery - As is Now Revealed") they would not - - nor could they - - function. Take, for example, the case of Cain and Abel. Abel was accepted (Gen. 4:4, Heb. 11:4), and Cain was rejected (Gen. 4:3, 5-25). It follows, Cain and Abel would typify The Revealed Plan; whereas Eph. 2:8a ("for by grace you are") would typify The Hidden Purpose. As you can see, Grace is not a new means of God's activity, but is as old as time.{C}

"THE MYSTERY" Its Reality, The Practical Side (Ephesians Chapters 4 through 6)

Since The Mvstery is a body of many truths addressed to God's people (Col. 1:26), the practical side would of necessity have to do with the walk. "As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in Him." (Col. 2:6) The instructions in this context are no less forthright: "Work out your own salvation (deliverance) for it is God who is energizing you to His purposes." (Phil. 2:12, 13 and 16). The walk that is worthy begins in meekness and endeavors to keep (not create) the unity of the Spirit (Eph. 4:1-3). Thus, Faith-Obedience in the walk turns on seven distinct fundamental points of stewardship (Eph. 4:4-6). These seven points will be discussed at the end of this article.{C}{C}{C}{C}

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The lesson on August 19, 2018 was part 6 of "Practical Lessons and Right Division" study. This study has been looking at different aspects of our practical walk in this age with our specific calling. It is important that we learn of the distinctives or our calling how we may then walk worthy. Wayne continues the focus on Ephesians 3:3-21 and the very unique truth that PAul is sharing with us and how God is wanting to reconcile "The All Things" which includes Adamic man on the Earth but also Principalities and Powers in Heavenly Places. We learn how important the role of Headship plays i

The message on November 18, 2018 was that on Timotheus. This was a one off message looking at Paul's beloved brother in Christ and how the name of Timothy means one who honors God. Wayne took time to recap the role Timothy had in supporting Paul's ministry and how he referenced Timothy as a fellow laborer and servant. It was interesting how Wayne used the Preamble of the US Constitution to show how important it is to strive for masteries in relation to Timothy's growth and journey. Timothy had to be readusted with the revelation of Thy Mystery and that is why there is rich instruction i

The lesson on November 11, 2018 was part 4 of the "My Gospel" study. This lesson again wraps up the three references the Apostle Paul made to his gospel. Wayne took time to explain in his own life how he became a christian and the journey he went through starting from an Acts 2 position then eventually moving to a Mid-Acts view because he found that C.R.

The lesson on November 4, 2018 was part 3 of the "My Gospel" study. This lesson wrapped up the third reference to My Gospel that the Apostle PAul made in 2 Timothy 2:8. The first reference was in relation to the judgement that will be performed on man according to my gospel. The second was justification was provided in two ways, through the law or through the work of Christ but through the law would never work because we are all the descendants of Adam and his original sin and Paul revealed this truth that was a mystery because it was hidden in prophetical scriptures that had to be broug

The lesson on September 23, 2018 was part 11 of the "Practical Lessons and Right Division" study. This week's focus was on Ephesians 6 and the whole armor of God. Wayne majored on verse 16 which covers the Shield of Faith because of how important it is to quench the fiery darts of wicked. Is it any wonder since PAul tells us that we are a showcase to Principalities and Powers in Heavely Places demonstrating the manifold wisdom of God. We are not alone in God's plan and he is addressing spiritual wickedness in high places with the church where Christ is the head. The remaining time is s

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Everyone I read or hear challenges everybody else to “rightly divide the word” (2 Timothy 2:15.) This is good advice, but it is obvious that many of those who challenge others to “rightly divide” are not doing so themselves. How can I be sure of this? They all disagree. As someone once said, “We can’t all be right, but we can all be wrong.” It is interesting to note that some pertinent verses in scripture are very salient and some seem to be constantly ignored. Probably no other verse has helped me get things in perspective as Acts 28:28.

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We have recently begun a new series called the U,V and W's of right division. This title has been carefully chosen because I do not wish to give the incorrect notion that the series will be the "final word" on R/D but that it will extend the already published "ABC's of R/D" https://rightdivision.com/study/abcs-right-division

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The Apostle Paul has been given the responsibilty of revealing a secret that was hidden in God before the foundation of the world to the gentiles. He was given this secret after the close of Acts after Paul declared that the nation of Israel had been put on hold (Acts 28:28). This "Mystery" was the final body of truth that was revealed that completed the word of God. This body of truth is sent specifically to you and is your calling for today. This site is dedicated to help you underst

Whether one considers "Christ" in the revealed plan of God or in His hidden purpose, He -- and He alone - - arrests the attention like no other person or subject to be found in all of the scripture. Even in the secular world, among friends or foes, in the highest circles and in the lowest levels of humanity, He is. In the affirmative, in the negative, and the neutral or whatever - - He just is!

For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus; 1 Timothy 2:5 KJV

"THE MYSTERY (SECRET) OF CHRIST" as is NOW REVEALED - EPH. 3:4,5

Whether one considers "Christ" in the revealed plan of God or in His hidden purpose, He -- and He alone - - arrests the attention like no other person or subject to be found in all of the scripture. Even in the secular world, among friends or foes, in the highest circles and in the lowest levels of humanity, He is. In the affirmative, in the negative, and the neutral or whatever - - He just is!

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This leaflet is a great handout to give anyone inquiring about what you believe... Since “The Mystery” is the body of truth given for today’s Christian - we’re reminded “to be ready always to given an answer to anyone that asks you for a reason of the hope that is in you”. What better way than give someone a tract? Use it as a means to open discussion around the Word.